Decarbonisation conference lauds progress, but warns UK could soon ‘lag behind’ global leaders
Over 200 energy industry leaders gathered in Aberdeen today as Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) held its first ever decarbonisation conference.
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Exclusive: Three60 Energy acquires Pryme Group and Flexlife to create £200m revenue business
Aberdeen-based energy services firm Three60 Energy has announced it will acquire fellow Scottish firms Pryme Group and Flexlife, creating a £200 million revenue business.
BP hits key milestone on Northern Endurance CCS
BP (LON: BP) has hit a key milestone ahead of reaching a final investment decision on the Northern Endurance carbon capture and storage (CCS) project in the UK.
‘No signal’ that general election will put UK CCS funding at risk
There has been “no signal” that the UK Government’s £20bn of planned funding for CCS would be at risk following a general election, said a leading trade body.
Women In New Energy conference brings pioneering leaders to Aberdeen
Local leaders and international influencers gather in Aberdeen for Energy Voice's inaugural Women In New Energy conference celebrating the critical role women have in shaping the future of the energy sector.
Opinion: How Scotland’s Climate Week mantra can help to bridge the gap to net zero
A lot has been made in recent days about the UK’s position as a leader on climate change.
Spirit Energy CCS cluster in team-up with cement industry
A carbon capture and storage (CCS) cluster led by North Sea operator Spirit Energy has announced a team up with the cement industry.
UK carbon capture projects consider move overseas over funding delays
Several carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in the UK are considering a move out of the UK to more favourable conditions overseas, a trade body has warned.
Shell pushes on with CCS in Southern North Sea transformation
It comes weeks after the firm received final bids for its SNS gas fields, and after exiting the Northern Endurance carbon capture and storage project.
NSTA confirms 14 companies accept licences in first CO2 storage round
The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has confirmed the final list of companies which have accepted licences following the UK’s first ever carbon storage licensing round.
Major expansion for Acorn CCS in Aberdeenshire with new carbon storage licences
The Acorn CCS project in Aberdeenshire is to expand after being awarded fresh carbon storage licences in the North Sea.
Talent and timing: Can Aberdeen’s oil and gas skills make the energy transition?
A huge energy transition opportunity awaits, meantime Aberdeen needs to retain its oil and gas skills base.
WSP reappointed to advise government on the UK’s CCUS plans
The UK government has reappointed professional services consultancy WSP to advise on the delivery of the country’s Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) programme.
UK fund proposed to respond to US Inflation Reduction Act
The UK will fall further behind the US on green technologies without a national investment fund to help turn start-ups into the companies of tomorrow, a leading think-tank has warned.
Allowing its engineers to ‘shine’ gives Wood the edge in the CCS market
Chief executive of Wood (LON:WG), Ken Gilmartin, says that his firm's growth in carbon capture comes from picking work that allows its “subject matter experts shine.”
Perenco shares details of additional carbon storage wins
Perenco confirmed on Thursday that it had secured two further carbon storage licences, building on the permit it announced earlier this week.
Goldeneye: The North Sea field that traded in gas for carbon storage
The Goldeneye pipeline previously carried gas from the field it shares a name with and is now set to store carbon emmissions in the North Sea
Perenco confirms UK carbon storage award at Leman
Perenco announced it has secured a licence as part of the UK’s carbon storage round, enabling its Poseidon carbon capture and storage project to proceed.
Acorn carbon capture project ‘boosts case’ for new Buchan rail links, say campaigners
Rail campaigners say a major energy scheme getting the go ahead near Peterhead boosts the case for new north-east rail links.
Employment expert warns success of UK energy ambition ‘hinges’ on IR35 overhaul
Issues around IR35 rules have reared their head again after the Prime Minister unveiled his extensive plans for reinforcing the UK’s energy security.
SNP urged to hand over promised £80m for north-east carbon capture
The Scottish Government is being urged to hand over £80 million of funding promised for carbon capture technology in the north-east.
‘We need a sensible fiscal environment’: Harbour Energy and Equinor bosses respond to Shapps summit
"We need a stable and sensible fiscal environment,” said Harbour Energy’s CEO, in order to have confidence to invest long-term.
Aberdeen University study shows CCS potential of North Sea ‘super basin’
New research led by the University of Aberdeen highlights the “huge potential” of carbon storage sites across a North Sea CCS ‘super basin’.
‘This is where the real work starts’: Storegga looks to next steps following Acorn Track 2 award
“This green light means we know that we can just get on with it now.”
Scottish energy secretary hits out at UK Government ‘lack of focus’ on just transition
Scottish Energy Secretary Neil Gray has responded to the UK Government’s North Sea and CCUS announcements.